Ice Age Apocalypse: I Hoard Billions of Supplies-Chapter 1140: Li Yangyang

Chapter 1140: Li Yangyang

Li Changgong's appearance had originally dampened everyone's mood for sightseeing in Shengjing.

However, after arriving at this enormous estate, their perspective instantly changed.

Because this vast estate would take them at least a week to fully explore, and it was filled with exquisitely carved beams and painted rafters, offering truly magnificent scenery.

Zhou Haimei's eyes sparkled with delight. "This place is truly beautiful!"

At that moment, a sweet voice came from behind them.

"Of course! Nowadays, the most beautiful scenery in all of Shengjing has been relocated and preserved within the major estates. The landscape you see in this estate incorporates parts that were originally dismantled from several of Shengjing's once-famous gardens."

Everyone turned towards the voice and saw a tall, strikingly beautiful woman approaching.

She was very tall, standing at least 178 cm, a height rarely seen in the southern regions. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

She also possessed a heroic, martial air about her that southern women typically lacked.

Even Liang Yue, standing before her, seemed a touch more delicate and petite in comparison.

But she was indeed very beautiful, her looks even comparable to Zhou Ke'er and Yang Siya.

She walked over and introduced herself with a smile. "Respected Chaos, and friends from the Jiangnan Region, my name is Li Yangyang. I am the steward dispatched by the high-level officials of the Shengjing Region to attend to you."

"For the duration of your stay, please feel free to instruct me regarding any of your needs."

Within this massive, palace-like estate, there were hundreds of service personnel.

This clearly demonstrated Shengjing's sincerity in hosting them.

However, upon seeing Li Yangyang, Zhou Ke'er instinctively tightened her grip on Zhang Yi's arm, and Yang Siya also moved closer to him, subtly staking her claim.

Because this woman in front of them was beautiful, and they certainly didn't want Zhang Yi getting any ideas while away from home.

In reality, they were overthinking it.

Zhang Yi didn't need to guess to know that someone assigned by Shengjing to this role surely had a special status.

He never touched roses with thorns.

"Thank you. We'll be troubling you for the next few days,"

Zhang Yi said.

Li Yangyang smiled gracefully. "Not at all, it's my honor."

Li Yangyang's gaze quickly swept over the group, pausing slightly when it passed over Fatty Xu.

Because while everyone else was still admiring the estate's scenery, Fatty Xu, already bored by it all, had long since pulled out a game console and was playing a game with intense focus.

This abrupt contrast gave off a feeling of a chicken standing among cranes.

Li Yangyang withdrew her gaze, guiding the way for everyone. As she introduced the estate's history and sights, she led them to the residential area of the estate.

Through her introduction, everyone learned this wasn't an actual princely mansion.

After all, genuine princely mansions were historical relics; their structures had to be preserved, which often made them less comfortable for modern living.

This new-style estate, while retaining some ancient architectural features, incorporated many modern elements.

Therefore, living here was more in line with modern habits.

Zhang Yi and his group arrived at a luxurious villa and dismissed the surrounding staff.

Only when they were alone in the house did Zhang Yi have Yang Xinxin and Lu Keran check for surveillance devices.

Yang Xinxin opened her laptop, and Lu Keran also pulled out specialized anti-surveillance equipment from his person. After a thorough check, they confirmed the place was not bugged by anyone.

Zhang Yi stroked Hua Hua's head beside him. "Hua Hua, if anyone comes within twenty meters of this house, give an alert immediately, understand?"

"Meow~"

Hua Hua lazily lifted its head, let out a cry, then lowered its head to continue sleeping.

Though it seemed asleep, it would be the first to detect any movement in the surroundings.

Only after completing all these precautions did Zhang Yi lie back on the sofa and discuss with everyone how to handle the trouble brought by Li Changgong.

"The matters in Shengjing aren't settled yet, and now this Li Changgong shows up. I never expected trouble to find me the moment I arrived in Shengjing. What a headache!"

Zhang Yi rubbed his temples, laughing with a helpless expression.

Yang Xinxin took a sip of hot coffee and said slowly, "This is all the arrangement of Fate. You outmaneuvered so many people on Star Island, brother. That matter couldn't possibly end silently."

Zhang Yi wasn't particularly bothered. "I know. At worst, I'll just take all of you and leave. Once I'm back in the Jiangnan Region, that guy wouldn't dare chase me to my own turf to cause trouble."

Deng Shentong chuckled. "I also think avoiding the fight is wise. After all, you're not his match right now. Endure for a moment, and the wind calms and the waves subside; take a step back, and the sky is vast and the sea is wide."

"Besides, with your personality, old friend, you don't care much about face anyway."

Even though Zhang Yi's words had left Li Changgong in an awkward position.

The fact remained that Li Changgong had publicly challenged Zhang Yi in front of representatives from several major regions.

If Zhang Yi avoided the fight, he would inevitably be seen as weak by some.

Zhang Yi shrugged. "Let them think what they want. What do I care?"

Zhang Yi wasn't the type to take risks just to save face.

How much was face worth anyway?

Deng Shentong crossed his legs, rubbing his slender fingers together, but said slowly,

"It won't be that simple. If you don't accept the challenge, Li Changgong will find ways to force you to fight."

"I've heard something about that guy. He's ambitious and resourceful."

"He didn't choose to duel you in Shengjing on a whim."

"Avenging his brother is one aspect, and his best justification. But establishing his authority by suppressing you is also his goal."

"After all, a man under forty becoming a regional commander relies purely on his martial prowess and his family connections. But within the Northwest Region, there are certainly many who are secretly unconvinced."

"A new official lights three fires; he intends to kindle that fire using you."

Zhang Yi looked up at Deng Shentong, thinking to himself: As expected of someone from a major family, they have a hundred schemes in their mind.

"He wants to light a fire, but I'm not dry tinder. He should be careful of getting burned playing with fire!"

Deng Shentong looked at Zhang Yi seriously. "So, he'll try every means to force you to fight next, but you absolutely must not take the bait."

"He's planned this thoroughly to fight this battle and establish his prestige. You, however, are completely unprepared. The moment you accept, you're already at a disadvantage."

Zhang Yi thought to himself: Li Changgong thinks he understands me well, hence his confidence. But the very fact he thinks that way means he's already at a disadvantage.

"I'll do my best to avoid the fight,"

Zhang Yi said.

Everyone listened quietly. The others couldn't really contribute to this discussion, their faces etched with concern.

Seeing the atmosphere had grown somewhat tense, Zhang Yi suddenly laughed.

"Alright, alright, no need for you all to worry. I'll handle this issue properly. You came to Shengjing to relax. Aunt Zhou, why don't you lead the team and take everyone out for a stroll!"

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